Fixing the Windows Sound on Your Keyboard: A Comprehensive Guide
When your keyboard starts making a Windows sound it can be extremely frustrating. However, with the right troubleshooting steps, you can resolve this issue and get back to your work. This guide will walk you through several methods to fix the Windows sound issue on your keyboard.
1. Disable Non-Plug and Play Driver
The first approach is to disable the Non-Plug and Play Driver that might be responsible for the sound. Follow these steps:
Right-click on the Start button and select Device Manager. Click on the View tab and choose Show Hidden Devices. Expand the Non-Plug and Play Drivers section. Right-click on the Beep option and select Properties. Go to the Driver tab and click on Disable. Click Apply and then OK.2. Check Keyboard Settings
Another likely culprit is the keyboard settings in your control panel. Here’s how to check them:
Click on the Start button and select Control Panel. Choose Hardware and Sound. Click on Devices and Printers. Right-click on your keyboard hardware and select Properties. Select the USB input device or your keyboard name. Click on Change settings, then go to Power Management. Uncheck the box that says Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.3. Adjust On-Screen Keyboard Settings
There is also an application called On-Screen Keyboard (osk.exe) that might be causing the sound. Here is how to fix it:
Open the On-Screen Keyboard application (osk.exe). Go to Options and remove the checkmark from the box next to Use Click Sound.4. Create a New User Profile
If the above steps do not resolve the issue, creating a new user profile might be necessary:
Click on the Start button and select Settings. Go to Accounts and select Family and other People. Click on Add someone else to this PC. Fill in the form with the user name and password to create a new user account. Change the account type to Administrator. Restart your computer and log in to the new account.5. Turn Off Filter Keys and Toggle or Sticky Keys
These settings can also cause the sound:
Click on the Start button and select Settings. Go to Ease of Access and click on Keyboard. Find Filter Keys and slide it to the left to turn it off. Find Toggle Keys and slide it to the left to turn it off. Find Sticky Keys and slide it to the left to turn it off.6. Check Date and Time Settings in BIOS
The date and time settings in the BIOS can cause issues with your hardware. Here’s how to check them:
Enter your computer’s BIOS settings. Check the date and time settings and make sure they are correct.If none of these solutions resolve the issue, there is a possibility that the problem lies with the keyboard hardware itself. In such a case, it might be time to consider a replacement keyboard.